ANTI-DEPRESSANTS Flashcards
Inhibits neuronal reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine
TCA (Imipramine)
3Cs of TCA overdose:
Coma
Cardiotoxicity
Convulsion
Inhibits neuronal reuptake of serotonin by inhibiting SERT (serotonin transporter)
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
DOC for Major Depressive Disorder
Fluoxetine (SSRI)
SSRI approved only for OCD
Fluvoxamine
SSRI indicated for premature ejaculation
Dapoxetine
SSRI involved in DISCONTINUATION SYNDROME
PS. Byeee
Paroxetine
Sertaline
SSRI that causes QT prolongation and is a teratogen (cardiac septal defects)
Citalopram
Antidepressant used for chronic pain and fibromyalgia
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (Venlafaxine, Duloxetine)
SRNI that may cause hepatotoxicity
Duloxetine
Causes “WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME” even if one missed dose
Serotonin-Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
Anti-depressant that has anti-cholinergic, anti-histamine, and alpha-blocking effect
Tricyclic antidepressants (Imipramine)
TRI-3 effects
MOA of Serotonin antagonist
Blocks 5-HT2 receptors
Used for HYPNOSIS
Trazodone
TRAPzodone
TRAYDORzodone
Strong NE reuptake inhibitor
Tetracyclic antidepressant (Amoxapine, Maprotiline)